Inspiration—God’s Armor Scripture Reading—Ephesians 6:10-20 Paul says, if we want to be strong in the Lord, and be able to stand in His power: Verse 11—we must “put on the whole armor of God” Verse 14—we must “Stand therefore” What are we to stand against?…….Read More
Inspiration—Being Filled with the Holy Spirit Scripture Reading—Acts 2:1-47 The disciple Peter backslid from Christ and even denied knowing Him! But there came that time when Peter remembered what he had done, repented of his sins, and he returned to finish his calling. But, what…or perhaps a better question would be Who caused Peter to…….Read More
Inspiration—Confession with sacrifice Scripture Reading—Ezra 10:1-9 Describe Ezra’s confession. What was the people’s confession to Ezra? (Vs 2) What evidence reveals they didn’t give up? (Vs 2-3) What were the two words of encouragement that Ezra gave them? (Vs 4) How did the people respond? (Vs 9) What were…….Read More
Inspiration—Obeying God’s Word Scripture Reading—Nehemiah 8:1-18 Read: Nehemiah 8:1-18 Verse 3 says all the people were attentive to the book of the Law. What happened when he opened the book? (verse 5b) What does verse 8 say about getting help when you need it? Who came back for insight? (vs 13) What did they…….Read More
Inspiration—Rediscover God’s Word Scripture Reading—2 Kings 22:1-23:4 What did King Josiah do after he heard the words of the book? (verse 11) Wat was his fear? (verse 13) Who did they consult? (verse 13) Why was God going to bring evil? (verse 17) Why was the evil wrath delayed? (verse 19) What did the King…….Read More
Inspiration—Return to God Scripture Reading—Genesis 28, 34 These last few days will be spent in spiritual recovery and building safeguards against the enemy. Read Genesis 28:10-19 What was God’s promise to Jacob? Why was this place special to Jacob? Read Genesis 34:1-31 What did Jacob’s sons do to disgrace him? (verse 27) What was their…….Read More
Inspiration—Backsliding Now that you have seen backsliding as: Turning away from God, and Turning away from God’s truth You have also seen how easy it is to be led astray through: Lusting after evil Spiritual blindness Desire for material things Pride and a haughty spirit Listening to false teachers…….Read More
Inspiration—Backsliding Scripture Reading—1 Samuel There is a point in backsliding that leads to rebellion and total disobedience to God. In this case, as said in Hebrews 6:1-18, it is impossible to restore them to repentance, even though God gives them that chance as long as…….Read More
Inspiration—Backsliding Scripture Reading—Luke 22:31-32 Peter was a backslider—but he came back to the Lord and was one of the leaders of the early church. He preached the first sermon in Acts 2:42-47, wrote two books of the Bible and God used him to encourage…….Read More
Inspiration—Backsliding There are certain steps in backsliding. Read the passages below and chart the course. Step 1—2 Timothy 3:7-8—“Resist the truth!” Step 2—2 Corinthians 11:13-15—“False apostles, deceitful workers” Step 3—2 Peter 2:14-22—“Turn from the Holy Commandment” (Once a person has REJECTED the truth of God’s Word, they are open to the lies of FALSE apostles…….Read More